Staff at Jimboomba Little Gems Early Learning

Cass – Director – 13 Years in Child Care – Diploma Qualified

My name is Cass and I am honoured to have been appointed the position of Centre Director at Little Gems Early Learning Centre, Jimboomba. I have been in the Early Education Industry since 2004, starting off as a student and slowly working my way up into the Director Role. I have managed several different Early Learning Centres where I have strived to achieve a centre with high quality care and create foundations for a strong team. I have two young children of my own who both certainly keep me on my toes! My children have helped me realise the importance of early education, something that I am very passionate about. I have not long moved to Jimboomba, and I am so excited to make Little Gems Early Learning a valued part of our community. My goal is to create a place where children are nurtured to shine, grow, and create memories, while helping develop the foundations for them to create the best start in life. I will strive to achieve a centre with high quality care where children feel a sense of belonging and respect. I look forward to welcoming you to our new centre and building a relationship with your family.

Caterpillars – 6 Weeks to 15 Months

Dorette – Lead Educator – 7 Years in Child Care – Diploma Qualified

Hi, my name is Dorette. My husband Freddy and I have two sons, Shaun and Joshua. We immigrated to Australia in 2003 and we are having the best time. We love the beach, so you will see us there a lot. Burleigh Heads is our favourite place. As a family we love to go on long walks, watch movies and spend time together. Reading is my personal favourite form of relaxation. I have a Diploma in Children’s Services and have worked in Child Care since 2010. I enjoy my work as an Educator and it absolutely goes without saying that I love and cherish children.

Debbie – Educator – Years in Child Care – Certificate III Qualified

Lady Bugs – 15 Months to 2 Years

Jac – Lead Educator – 6 Years in Child Care – Diploma Qualified

My name is Jacqueline but everyone calls me Jac and I am a Lead Educator at Little Gems Child Care and Early Learning Centre at Jimboomba.

I have been in the childcare industry since 2009. In that time I have completed my certificate III and my Diploma in Children’s Services. I love working with children, it’s so rewarding as we are able to build positive relationships with not only the children in our care but the families too. As an educator I am filled with pride when I see the children in my care strive and reach their goals. I strive to create a loving happy and positive environment for children to play and learn and of course have fun. I look forward to caring for your child and getting to know you.

Bumble Bees – 2 Years to 3 Years

Belinda – Lead Educator – 3 Years in Child Care – Diploma Qualified

My name is Belinda and I’m excited to be joining the Jimboomba Little Gems as a Lead Educator. While working within the Early Learning industry since 2014, I’ve worked in both Lead Educator and Educator Roles, while completing my Diploma of Early Learning, and now working towards my bachelor specialising in Early Learning Education. I’m a mother of two children who keep me grounded and focused, helping me to see just how much 2 children learn and develop in many different ways. This leading to my growing interest and passion for early years learning. I’m a strong believer that children learn and develop through play, active learning and social engagement with others. As an educator I will be taking on many roles, while helping to guide our children down a path of learning through our everyday engagements with one another. Ensuring our space is one of fun, security and adventure for children is something i will be striving to achieve over the coming weeks. Thank you for entrusting me with such a vital role in your children’s lives and look forward to getting to know each of our families.

Sarah – Educator – Years in Child Care – Certificate III Qualified

My name is Jacqueline but everyone calls me Jac and I am a Lead Educator at Little Gems Child Care and Early Learning Centre at Jimboomba.

I have been in the childcare industry since 2009. In that time I have completed my certificate III and my Diploma in Children’s Services. I love working with children, it’s so rewarding as we are able to build positive relationships with not only the children in our care but the families too. As an educator I am filled with pride when I see the children in my care strive and reach their goals. I strive to create a loving happy and positive environment for children to play and learn and of course have fun. I look forward to caring for your child and getting to know you.

Dragonflies – 3 Years to 4 Years

Janet – Lead Educator – 20 Years in Child Care – Diploma Qualified

My name is Janet and I am so excited to be a part of the fabulous team at Little Gems Early Learning Centre in Jimboomba. I am a fully qualified Lead Educator and currently studying towards my Bachelor of Educator – majoring in Early Childhood. I have been working with the early childhood sector since 1993 and have had the opportunity to work in numerous early childhood settings throughout this time. Raising my own family – a 19 year old son and a 17 year old daughter, plus a daughter by heart who is now married, has certainly enhanced my understanding of the challenges and concerns we all face as parents and what we are looking for in a vibrant and caring early childhood centre. Children are such unique little beings that are continually growing and soaking up the world around them. I can’t wait to begin this amazing journey alongside you all and no doubt we will have fun, laugh and learn something wonderful along the way!

Grasshoppers – Kindergarten Program – 4 Years to 5 Years

My name is Aimee. After studying my Cert 3 in 2008 and realising my passion for teaching, I began studying my bachelor’s degree in 2011. I graduated from Griffith University in 2014 and hold a Bachelor of Primary Education, specialising in Early Childhood. I believe that the early years of education are the most important, as these valuable moments give a child a taste of how wonderful learning can be. My goal as an educator is to support students in meeting their fullest potential in an environment, which is safe, supportive, inviting, and fun! I love working with kindergarten aged children, supporting and challenging them in all areas of their development, building meaningful connections and helping to prepare them for their next big phase in life, attending school. I feel very privileged to be working as a kindergarten teacher here at Little Gems Early Learning Centre and being a part of your child’s learning journey. I look forward to getting to know you, building a strong relationship with you and your child and sharing with you your child’s experiences and achievements.